Universitaea Cluj vs CFR Cluj Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – March 16

Universitaea Cluj

L L W W L

2nd place in Championship Playoffs

2-1

16/03/2026 14:30

CFR Cluj

W W W D D

3rd place in Championship Playoffs

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Universitaea Cluj vs CFR Cluj on March 16, 2026 (kick-off: 14:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Universitaea Cluj vs CFR Cluj preview before placing for you.

Universitaea Cluj are currently 2nd with 46 points after 10 matches.
CFR Cluj sit 3rd with 43 points from 10 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Universitaea Cluj to win with probability 39%.
Head-to-head history favors Universitaea Cluj, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. CFR Cluj have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

14:30

2026-03-16

Universitaea Cluj vs CFR Cluj - Prediction & Odds

Universitaea Cluj

CFR Cluj

2026-03-16 14:30

STANDINGS UP TO 16/03/2026

Championship Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 CS Universitatea Craiova	50	10	6	2	2	12	6	6
02 Universitaea Cluj	46	10	6	1	3	13	11	2
03 CFR Cluj	43	10	4	4	2	8	7	1
04 Dinamo Bucuresti	39	10	3	4	3	13	12	1
05 Rapid Bucuresti	34	10	1	3	6	8	14	-6
06 Arges	32	10	1	4	5	6	10	-4

Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 UTA Arad	39	9	5	2	2	14	7	7
02 FCSB	37	9	4	2	3	13	9	4
03 FC Otelul Galati	35	9	4	2	3	17	15	2
04 FK Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc	33	9	5	2	2	11	8	3
05 FC Botosani	33	9	3	3	3	13	17	-4
06 Hermannstadt	25	9	3	4	2	13	10	3
07 Farul Constanta	25	9	1	3	5	8	11	-3
08 Petrolul Ploiesti	25	9	2	3	4	9	15	-6
09 FC Unirea 2004 Slobozia	22	9	2	3	4	11	13	-2
10 Metaloglobus	16	9	2	4	3	10	14	-4

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 CS Universitatea Craiova	60	30	17	9	4	53	27	26
02 Rapid Bucuresti	56	30	16	8	6	47	30	17
03 Universitaea Cluj	54	30	16	6	8	48	27	21
04 CFR Cluj	53	30	15	8	7	49	40	9
05 Dinamo Bucuresti	52	30	14	10	6	42	28	14
06 Arges	50	30	15	5	10	37	28	9
07 FCSB	46	30	13	7	10	48	40	8
08 UTA Arad	43	30	11	10	9	39	44	-5
09 FC Botosani	42	30	11	9	10	37	29	8
10 FC Otelul Galati	41	30	11	8	11	39	32	7
11 Farul Constanta	37	30	10	7	13	39	37	2
12 Petrolul Ploiesti	32	30	7	11	12	24	31	-7
13 FK Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc	32	30	8	8	14	30	58	-28
14 FC Unirea 2004 Slobozia	25	30	7	4	19	27	46	-19
15 Hermannstadt	23	30	5	8	17	29	50	-21
16 Metaloglobus	12	30	2	6	22	25	66	-41

Head To Head

07/02/2026 14:00

CFR Cluj

3 - 2

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

29/09/2025 14:00

Universitaea Cluj

2 - 2

CFR Cluj

ROM D1

03/05/2025 14:00

CFR Cluj

1 - 0

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

31/03/2025 13:30

Universitaea Cluj

1 - 0

CFR Cluj

ROM D1

09/12/2024 14:30

Universitaea Cluj

3 - 2

CFR Cluj

ROM D1

04/08/2024 15:00

Universitaea Cluj

3 - 2

CFR Cluj

ROM D1

Universitaea Cluj

50%

Draw

17%

CFR Cluj

33%

Universitaea Cluj Last 6 matches

07/03/2026 14:00

FCSB 1 - 3 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

03/03/2026 13:00

Universitaea Cluj 2 - 1 Hermannstadt ROMC

27/02/2026 14:00

Universitaea Cluj 4 - 0 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

20/02/2026 14:00

FC Botosani 1 - 3 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

14/02/2026 13:00

Universitaea Cluj 4 - 1 FK Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc ROM D1

11/02/2026 14:00

Universitaea Cluj 2 - 0 FC Otelul Galati ROMC

Win

100%

Draw

Lost

Last 6 matches CFR Cluj

09/03/2026 14:00

CFR Cluj 2 - 0 Dinamo Bucuresti ROM D1

04/03/2026 14:30

CS Universitatea Craiova 1 - 1 CFR Cluj ROMC

28/02/2026 14:00

Farul Constanta 1 - 2 CFR Cluj ROM D1

21/02/2026 12:00

CFR Cluj 2 - 1 Petrolul Ploiesti ROM D1

16/02/2026 11:00

Hermannstadt 0 - 1 CFR Cluj ROM D1

10/02/2026 14:00

CFR Cluj 1 - 1 Rapid Bucuresti ROMC

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Romania Liga I

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

230

Avg. per game

0.77

Conceded

180

Avg. per game

0.61

Scored

247

Avg. per game

0.82

Conceded

170

Avg. per game

0.57

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 297 matches

YesNo

156 (53%)141 (47%)

In last 297 matches

NoYes

169 (56%)131 (44%)

Universitaea Cluj

Recent matches

CFR Cluj

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Universitaea Cluj

CFR Cluj

Shots

Universitaea Cluj

Total shots

11.29 avg / game

Blocked

318 total

Avg. 3.46

CFR Cluj

Total shots

12.53 avg / game

Blocked

372 total

Avg. 3.44

Universitaea Cluj Pass CFR Cluj

Total passes

64582

Avg. 458 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

63158

Avg. 390 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Universitaea Cluj

297

Played games

CFR Cluj

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.34

102

Clean sheets

113

0.38

4.44

1318

Corners

1416

4.72

5.71

1697

Throw-ins

1903

6.34

0.65

194

Offsides

429

1.43

1.49

443

GK saves

620

2.07

Universitaea Cluj

DISCIPLINARY

CFR Cluj

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.01

598

571

1.90

0.07

0.08

7.64

2269

Fouls

3175

10.58

6.04

1794

Tackles

1994

6.65

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How We Build the Universitaea Cluj vs CFR Cluj Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Universitaea Cluj vs CFR Cluj on 16 March 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Romania Liga I fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Universitaea Cluj vs CFR Cluj Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Universitaea Cluj's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against CFR Cluj's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Romania Liga I Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Romania Liga I standings and the Romania Liga I form table to understand exactly where Universitaea Cluj and CFR Cluj sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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